Part-Time Faculty: PSY 382: Health Psychology (Fall 2026)

The Department of Psychology is seeking a part-time instructor to teach PSY 382 Health Psychology during the Fall semester beginning August 17, 2026, with the first day of classes August 24, 2026 (3 credits).

Course description: Psychological, behavioral, and social influences on health and illness. Why people stay healthy, why they become ill, and how they respond when they do get ill.

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department. This position is contingent on funding availability and enrollment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or working towards a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field.

Job Specific Qualifications

none

Responsibilities

As part of your teaching assignment as a Part-time Instructor, your duties will include the following:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparing lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled oce hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your

absence and of your plan to cover the class.

• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course-related duties as outlined by your department's policies for part-time instructors.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.